1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1974 Morris Traveller is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1974 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Eldorado | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
